Whoever said desserts have to be sinful hasn’t tasted this delightful chocolate parfait—it’s like a hug in a glass without the guilt. Imagine layers of velvety yogurt mingling with rich cocoa and a hint of crunchy granola, all while catching the latest episode of that Netflix show everyone’s raving about. Sometimes, the simplest pleasures are the sweetest, don’t you think?
Steps
- In a medium non-stick saucepan, mix together milk, your chosen sugar, and cornstarch. Whisk the mixture thoroughly and let it simmer over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens, which should take about 10 to 15 minutes.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the egg yolks. Gradually add about a cup of the hot milk mixture to the yolks through a mesh sieve, incorporating it a tablespoon at a time to avoid cooking the eggs.
- Once the yolks are tempered, pour in the remaining milk mixture through the sieve and return everything to the saucepan. Melt the chocolate in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until fully melted, then add it to the saucepan and mix well.
- Add vanilla extract to the chocolate mixture and let it simmer on low heat for 15 minutes, continuing to whisk constantly. Transfer the pudding to a large bowl, cover the surface directly with wax paper to prevent a skin from forming, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Once the pudding has chilled and set, spoon it into serving glasses, adding a layer of whipped topping of your choice between layers of pudding. Chill the assembled parfaits in the refrigerator before serving.
Ingredients
- 3 cups fat-free milk (or dairy-free milk alternative)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons monk fruit sugar substitute (or your preferred sweetener)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 large egg yolks
- 4 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate (Lily’s sugar-free chocolate or a dairy-free option)
- 1 1/4 cups Tru Whip whipped topping (or any whipped cream you prefer)
Nutritional Values
Calories: 1092 kcal | Carbohydrates: 168 g | Protein: 39 g | Fat: 66 g | Saturated Fat: 45 g | Cholesterol: 384 mg | Sodium: 327 mg | Fiber: 33 g | Sugar: 39 g
FAQ
- Can I use a different type of milk for this recipe?
- Yes, you can substitute dairy-free milk alternatives such as almond or oat milk without affecting the pudding’s consistency.
- What if I don’t have monk fruit sugar substitute?
- You can use any sweetener of your choice, including regular sugar, to suit your taste preferences.
- How do I prevent the pudding from forming a skin on top while it cools?
- Cover the surface of the pudding with wax paper or plastic wrap, ensuring it touches the pudding directly to prevent a skin from forming.
- How long can I store these chocolate parfaits in the refrigerator?
- These parfaits can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Can I make these parfaits ahead of time for a gathering?
- Absolutely! Prepare the pudding in advance and assemble the parfaits a few hours before serving to allow them to chill properly.
Tips
- When tempering the egg yolks, add the hot milk mixture gradually, about a tablespoon at a time, to prevent the eggs from cooking.
- Melt the chocolate in short intervals in the microwave, stirring in between to ensure it melts evenly without burning.
- To prevent a skin from forming on the pudding, cover it directly with wax paper while it chills in the refrigerator.
- For a lighter option, consider using a sugar substitute and dairy-free milk, which work well without compromising the creamy texture.
Equipment
- Medium Non-Stick Saucepan
- Mesh Sieve
- Whisk
